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Dog found wandering alone in woods is searching for fresh start

A dog who was found wandering alone in the woods after being abandoned and hit by a car is hoping for a fresh start. Two-year-old crossbreed Raza is finding life in kennels really difficult so RSPCA staff are appealing to find her a loving new home urgently. Raza was taken in by RSPCA Finsbury Park Animal...
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Getting out with your dog can cut risk of dementia by...

A study has revealed that regular exercise can cut both the risk of depression and dementia by a staggering 30%. Add to this the other undeniable benefits that our pets give us, from providing companionship and reducing loneliness – as well as the positivity that comes from having a living...
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Mental health and pets – five benefits of ownership

Mental health and pets are regularly linked as animals offer companionship to those who need it most. Pets can have a positive impact on your wellbeing and with Mental Health Awareness Week around the corner, Argos Pet Insurance discusses the benefits of pet ownership. A sense of purpose Firstly, pets require a...
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RSPCA urges owners in Sheffield to microchip cats

The RSPCA is hosting a microchipping event for cats in Sheffield to tackle the cat overpopulation crisis. The animal welfare charity urges owners in Sheffield to microchip their cats after figures reveal that 83% of cats in the charity’s care are not microchipped. The event will be held at the...
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Reports of dogs left in hot cars hits three-year high says...

Reports of dogs being left in hot cars has hit a three-year high, despite a major campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of doing so. This year’s Dog Die in Hot Cars campaign is to launch on May 6, on Dogs Die In Hot Cars Awareness Day. However, despite...
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German Shepherd abandoned on skate park

A German Shepherd is being cared for by the RSPCA after being abandoned at a skate park. The white and black adult male German Shepherd, called Key was found on Good Friday by a member of the public tied up at a skate park in Eye, near Peterborough. They took...
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Top tips for caring for a dog with hay fever

Summer months can be difficult for those that suffer from hay fever, but many owners don’t realise that dogs can also suffer from allergies. Dog walking and sitting app, Rover.com reveal the tell-tale signs that indicate whether your dog is affected by pollen, and how best to treat their allergies. Richard...
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Nine-week old puppy found buried alive

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after a puppy was found ‘buried alive’ in a Leyland field. A dog walker was out on Saturday (27 April) training their working dogs when they made the shocking discovery. RSPCA Inspector Alison Fletcher, who is now investigating, said: “When the dogs didn’t return their...
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The hidden costs of buying a new puppy from third party...

A young couple who purchased a puppy on Gumtree realised their new pet was a victim of unlicensed ‘puppy farming’. Little Buddy was advertised for sale on gumtree and listed as being vaccinated, microchipped and in good health. However, his prospective owners were shocked upon arrival to discover 10-week old...
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County Durham vets becomes cat-friendly clinic

A Bishop Auckland veterinary practice is the cat’s whiskers after becoming a feline-friendly clinic. Wilson Vets has created a new ward and waiting room exclusively for cats at its main branch in Tenters street. The changes are helping to eliminate anxiety for cat and their owners when visiting the practice for...
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Cat reunited with owner after going missing nine years ago

A cat who went missing nine years ago has now been reunited with his owner thanks to the RSPCA. Spike, a black and white cat, went missing from his home in Thornville Close, Leicester, with his sister when they were kittens after venturing into his garden back in 2010. Then...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...